Fort Moultrie National Monument Custom Search Fort Moultrie's history covers 171 years of seacoast defense, including the first decisive victory in the American Revolution and the firing onto Fort Sumter during the first battle of the Civil War. The third Fort Moultrie, built in 1809, stands today. By touring the fort, visitors can see how coastal defenses have evolved.     CONTACTS Email - fosu_ranger_activities@nps.gov Fax- 843-883-3910 Write to 1214 Middle Street Sullivan's Island, SC 29482 Phone Visitor Information - 843-883-3123 Headquarters - 843-883-3124 TRAVEL BASICS Operating Hours, Seasons Daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; closed January 1 and December 25. Getting There PLANE - Charleston, South Carolina is a major destination city and is served by several airlines. Taxis are readily available from the airport. Both US I-26 and US I-526 lead to US-17, and US-17 leads to SC-703. Take US-17 North to Mt. Pleasant and turn right onto SC-703. At Sullivan's Island, turn right onto Middle Street. The fort is 1.5 miles from that intersection. CAR - Both US I-26 and US I-526 lead to US-17, and US-17 leads to SC-703. Take US-17 North to Mt. Pleasant and turn right onto SC-703. At Sullivan's Island, turn right onto Middle Street. The fort is 1.5 miles from that intersection. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - Charleston, South Carolina is a major destination city and has limited service by Amtrak and inter-city buses. Charleston public transportation does not provide access to the park, however, taxis are readily available. Weather & Climate Summers are extremely hot and humid. Wear light clothing. Winters are mild. A light jacket is recommended. Accessibility The visitor center as well as a majority of the fort is accessible by wheelchair. A wheelchair is available and can be checked out at the visitor center. FACILITIES Museums FORT MOULTRIE VISITOR CENTER Open All Year 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Phone - 843- 883-3123 ext. 20 Location - Across the street from the fort, adjacent to the parking lot. Closures - Closed January 1 and December 25. Special Programs - June 28 - Carolina Day Exhibits - At present there is a limited number of exhibits in place for viewing, but additional exhibits are being developed and will be added in the near future. Also available is a 20-minute orientation film shown on the hour and half-hour. Available Facilities - Restrooms, first aid, park literature and the park bookstore operated by Eastern National Park and Monument Association.   Map Detailed Map Contact Info Phone, Email, Address, GPS coordinates Campgrounds Nearby List of Nearby Campgrounds Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Fort Moultrie National Monument.   Campgrounds Near Fort Moultrie National Monument: No 1 Camps, Isle Of Palms, 4 miles away KOA Kampgrounds, Mt Pleasant, 7 miles away Mount Pleasant / Charleston KOA, Mt Pleasant, 7 miles away Mt. Pleasant - Charleston KOA, Mt. 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Pleasant, Mount Pleasant , 4 miles away   Trails Near Fort Moultrie National Monument: Turkey Walk Trail, Charleston County , 18 miles away   Beaches Near Fort Moultrie National Monument: Folly Beach, Charleston County , 8 miles away   Whitewater Near Fort Moultrie National Monument: Whitewater Outfitter - Lesesne Tour Company - The Original Pub Tour of Charleston, Charleston County , 6 miles away, Whitewater outfitter   Public Lands Near Fort Moultrie National Monument: Fort Sumter National Monument, Sullivan's Island - SC , 0 miles away Devils Fork State Park, South Carolina , 29 miles away Edisto Beach State Park, South Carolina , 35 miles away Hampton Plantation State Park, South Carolina , 38 miles away   Golf Courses Near Fort Moultrie National Monument: Patriots Pointe Golf Course, Mount Pleasant , 4 miles away Snee Farm Country Club, Mount Pleasant , 5 miles away Leonard Golf, Mount Pleasant , 6 miles away Rivertowne Country Club, Mount Pleasant , 7 miles away Charleston National Country Club Golf, Mount Pleasant , 8 miles away   Lakes Near Fort Moultrie National Monument Colonial Lake, Charleston County , 7 miles away